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INDIANAPOLIS ATTRACTIONS ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis Admission is $12- Located just minutes from downtown, The Children’s Museum of 3000 N. Meridian Street $35, prices vary Indianapolis features five floors of fun and interactive learning that have Indianapolis, IN 46206 daily. the power to transform the lives of children and families across the arts, world cultures, sciences, and humanities. Admission is $5 the first Thursday • Run, drive, jump, putt, and play while learning how to stay happy, of each month, 4-8 healthy, and safe with a mix of outdoor and indoor exhibits in Riley p.m. Children's Health Sports Legends Experience; • Explore one of the largest collections of adult and juvenile dinosaur fossils; • Examine the lives of three 20th-century children (Anne Frank, Ruby Bridges, Ryan White) who changed the world in The Power Of Children; • Visit a gallery that pays tribute to the men and women who helped make space exploration possible in Beyond Spaceship Earth. It includes a recreation of portions of the inside of the International Space Station (ISS), to name a few; • Visit with real archaeologists in National Geographic Treasures of the Earth, which examines treasures uncovered from various parts of the world including a real shipwreck in the Caribbean. Photo opportunities include the 16-foot-tall movie prop Bumblebee, from the first Transformers movie, North America’s largest water clock, and a historic working carousel. ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION Indianapolis Zoo Located downtown in White River State Park, the Indianapolis Zoo is a 64- (located in White River State Park) acre accredited zoo, aquarium, and botanical garden. 1200 W. Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46222 Approximately 250 species totaling 2,000 animals and 2,000 varieties of plants are presented together in simulated natural habitats. As visitors travel through the zoo, they go from one fascinating ecological system to another, and they begin to get a sense of appreciation for the diversity of life. Because many people will never have the opportunity to visit an African Savannah or an Asian temperate forest, the zoo immerses guests into these natural environments. For example: touch sharks, race a cheetah, view dolphins from more than 10 feet under water, feed birds as they rest on your shoulder, or elevate yourself into the arboreal world of orangutans. From the arctic land of the penguins and polar bear near the front of the zoo to the realm of the kings of the beasts—the majestic African lions—near the far end, a visit to the Indianapolis Zoo is literally a trip around the world! ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION Indiana State Museum Adults: $14.95 Uncover Indiana's secrets at this world-class institution, featuring unique (located in White River State Park) exhibits and hands-on experiences that showcase the unique stories, 3-17: $9.95 650 W. Washington Street events and characters that have helped shape Indiana's history. Indianapolis, IN 46204 60 and over: $13.95 Located in White River State Park in downtown Indianapolis, the Indiana State Museum brings the best of the museum world to Indiana. Spanning three floors of Core Galleries, the museum tells the story of the Hoosier state, and features a year-round calendar of exhibits that dive deeper into Indiana art, science and culture. ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION Canal Walk Rental Fees The Canal Walk is part of the Indiana Central Canal, which was dug in the 801 W. Washington Street early 1800s, in an effort to facilitate interstate commerce. Indianapolis, IN 46204 Pedal Boats: $35.00/hr. Today, the refurbished Canal Walk (stretching north through White River (seats 4, only 2 State Park to 11th Street) serves the downtown community as a waterside pedal) promenade for walkers, runners, bikers, and sightseers (while the canal itself includes a steady stream of pedal boats, which may be rented west of Kayaks: the Indiana State Museum). $20.00/hr. for a 1-seater The Downtown Indy Canal Walk is an art lover’s dream. $25.00/hr. for a 2-seater The Tent The Congressional Medal of Honor Memorial The Totem ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION Wheels Fun Rental Intrepid adventurers can rent a range of vehicles, including Surreys and (located in White River State Park) City Bicycles. Or feel like a kid again as you achieve low-to-the-ground 801 W. Washington Street glory with a Chopper, Quad Sport, or Deuce Coupe. Indianapolis, IN 46204 Hourly: $25.00 Hourly: $25.00 ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION Wheels Fun Rental – cont’d (located in White River State Park) 801 W. Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 Hourly: $12.00 Hourly: $15.00 Half-Day: $25.00 ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION Wheels Fun Rental – cont’d Self-Guided Bike Tour (located in White River State Park) 801 W. Washington Street The self-guided bike tour takes riders all around Indiana’s state capital, Indianapolis, IN 46204 with an additional three optional routes including the world-class Indianapolis Cultural Trail, which connects neighborhoods, Cultural Districts and entertainment amenities, and the Indy Greenways. Not only will you discover miles of scenic beauty, but you'll tour some of the city's biggest landmarks. The NCAA Hall of Champions is the first stop on your bike tour of Indianapolis. History buffs will enjoy exploring the USS Indianapolis Memorial, Indiana State Museum, World War Memorial Museum, and Monument Circle. Those looking for entertainment in the city can check out White River State Park, home of the Indianapolis Zoo, an IMAX theater, and more. Pricing o $22 for a Cruiser Bike o $22 for a Hybrid Bike o $25 for a Tandem Bike o $20 for a Kids Bike Additional Information Add a knowledgeable tour guide to your tour to enhance your tour experience! Give us a call at (502) 589-2453 to make a reservation for a guided tour. Take The Tour Anytime No Reservations Necessary. Stop on by, we have plenty of bikes to rent. ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION Circle Centre Mall N/A With over 125 shopping, dining, and entertainment options, nowhere will 49 W. Maryland Street you find more choices than at Circle Centre. Conveniently located in Indianapolis, IN 46204 downtown Indianapolis, this four-level indoor mall features H&M, Finish Line, Express, and many more. If it's a night out you are looking for, Circle Centre has fine dining options including Harry & Izzy’s, Ruth’s Chris, and P.F. Chang’s. Consider making it dinner and a movie at our Circle Centre United Artist Movie Theater. ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION Rhythm! Discovery Center Adult: $12 Rhythm! Discovery Center is the world’s foremost drum and percussion 110 W. Washington Street, Suite A museum; founded by the Percussive Arts Society in 2009. Senior: $8 Indianapolis, IN 46204 Student (age 17- Rhythm! features unique, interactive exhibits highlighting a rich collection 26 with valid of historic artifacts and hands-on percussion instruments. Drawing upon student ID): $9 cultures from around the world, Rhythm! offers an incomparable Child (age 6-16): experience in exploring the universality of rhythm and percussion, and its $6 role in shaping communication, music, art, performance, and society. Children 5 and under: free ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION NCAA Hall of Champions Adults: $5.00 The NCAA Hall of Champions boasts two-levels of interactive exhibits to 700 W. Washington Street engage visitors and create a true-to-life understanding of what it takes to Youth (6-18): Indianapolis, IN 46204 make the grade. $3.00 Seniors (60+): Arena, on the first level, all 24 NCAA sports are represented and include a $3.00 novice to historian trivial challenge, current team rankings, video Children (5 and highlights, and artifacts donated from colleges around the nation. under): Free Play, on the second level, is a fully interactive area to compete virtually and hands-on through sports simulators, a 1930s retro gymnasium, ski simulator and more. ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION Segway Tours of Indiana Segway Tours of Indiana are the most fun you can have on two wheels! 801 W. Washington Street Indianapolis, IN 46204 Zip past Indy’s renowned museums, zoo and gardens on a whisper. The tour begins as you discover the sights and sounds of the beautiful 250-acre White River State Park. Glide past the park’s many magnificent attractions, including the NCAA Hall of Champions, the Indiana State Museum and the colorful White River Gardens. The tour takes you along the White River Promenade adjacent to the Indianapolis Zoo and finishes with a scenic trip around The Canal, Downtown Indy’s picturesque waterfront. It’s a fun experience that you won’t forget. Soldiers and Sailors Monument/Monument Circle Free The monument is located on Monument Circle in the center of downtown 1 Monument Circle and has come to symbolize the city of Indianapolis and the state of Indiana. Indianapolis, IN 46204 The monument stands 284 feet, 6 inches tall—only 15 feet shorter than the Statue of Liberty. The observation deck can be reached by climbing 331 steps or riding an elevator 90% of the distance and climbing the remaining 31 steps. ATTRACTION ADMISSION DESCRIPTION Colonel Eli Lilly Civil War Museum Free Located in the lower level of The Soldiers and Sailors Monument in the 431 N. Meridian Street center of downtown Indianapolis this 9,000-square-foot exhibit explores Indianapolis, IN 46204 the effects of the civil war on the people of Indiana. Large rear projected local re-enactment video engages the visitor in real war situations. .